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3 reasons Kelly Oubre Jr. still needs to be part of the Golden State Warriors

By Aharon Abhishek

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 27: Kelly Oubre Jr. #12 of the Golden State Warriors stands at the line to shoot a foul shot against the Dallas Mavericks during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on April 27, 2021 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 27: Kelly Oubre Jr. #12 of the Golden State Warriors stands at the line to shoot a foul shot against the Dallas Mavericks during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on April 27, 2021 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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Kelly Oubre Jr. and James Wiseman of the Golden State Warriors (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Kelly Oubre Jr. and James Wiseman of the Golden State Warriors (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /

Developing into an able leader

His staying also gives him a chance to be the playmaker when Curry and Thompson catch their breath. Both stars are at the stage where their strengths if used the Kaio-ken way, could greatly benefit the side.

The second advantage is perhaps minimizing the risk of injury of their main stars, while also helping Oubre Jr. evolve.

Playing as a reserve, Oubre averaged 17 points on 43.9 percent shooting, 30.8 percent from downtown, and 5.4 rebounds. A re-injury followed and drew the curtain down for his season.

There’s no doubt he will get better with more minutes, and considering that hypothetical scenario of Kevin Love joining the franchise, the bench becomes a reliable unit that he can spearhead.

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In the likelihood that Curry or Thompson get injured again, Oubre Jr., automatically slots in playing a key leadership role and part of the starting five.

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